ɡriːˈhɑːst̪ʰaː

Definitions

1. noun

Hinduism: The social or worldly stage of life, characterized by marriage and family responsibilities.

“For a grihastha, it is essential to balance one’s personal and family life with spiritual pursuits.”

2. noun

Sanskrit: A person in the grihastha stage of life.

“The guru advised the grihastha to prioritize his duties as a husband and father over his desire for spiritual enlightenment.”